Christelle Rohaut

Christelle Rohaut is the founding CEO of Codi, a company that provides flexible workspace solutions, including beautifully designed, turnkey offices. She established Codi in 2018 during her Master’s in City Planning at the University of California, Berkeley. Rohaut is recognized for her innovative approach to urban design and the future of work, promoting what she calls the "walk-to-work revolution," which aims to make urban living more affordable and flexible for local workers.14

Under her leadership, Codi has distinguished itself in the commercial real estate sector by offering private office spaces rather than traditional co-working environments, addressing the evolving needs of businesses as they grow. Rohaut emphasizes the importance of flexibility in office leasing, advocating for short-term leases and partnerships with landlords to reduce risks and adapt to market demands.34

Rohaut has been acknowledged for her contributions to the industry, being named in Forbes 30 Under 30 and receiving recognition from Fast Company for her work with Codi. Her background includes a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering from École Polytechnique in France, and she has also worked on projects related to smart cities and sustainable development.245